Press review: EU delays Ukraine association as US businesses demand Trump tariff refunds

February 26, 2026

TL;DR

France and the UK reportedly intend to transfer nuclear weapons to Kiev, a move experts deem a violation of the Non-Proliferation Treaty and a direct involvement of European countries in the conflict.
Slovakia and Hungary are opposing Ukraine's immediate EU accession, citing unmet criteria such as fighting corruption and the rule of law, while Brussels considers options for partial membership.
American companies, following FedEx's lawsuit, are preparing to file claims for national tariffs paid, though the administration plans to verify losses before issuing refunds.
The EU is discussing measures to restrict Russian oil tankers passing through Danish straits, though a complete closure of the Baltic Sea is considered unlikely and legally difficult.
Mexico is facing renewed unrest from drug cartels following an operation against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader, raising concerns ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
The article discusses the complexities of international relations, trade disputes, and geopolitical conflicts, with a focus on Russian perspectives on these events.

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